The 2025 Hurricane Season Is Expected To Be ‘Above Average’, With 5 Major Storms & As Many As 19 Named Storms

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts an above average hurricane season this year, with strong storms predicted.

Susan Swavely - Staff Writer • May 28, 2025

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recently predicted an above-normal season for hurricanes this summer/fall. They say,

The agency is forecasting a range of 13 to 19 total named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher). Of those, 6-10 are forecast to become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3-5 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). NOAA has a 70% confidence in these ranges.

This means that hurricanes could cause more damage than typical, and be more frequent. Keep scrolling to get the details on hurricane season and how to stay safe.

And you can read their full report on the 2025 hurricane season here.

coconut palms and palm leaves bend in the storm and bad weather — Shutterstock

When is hurricane season?

According to the NOAA,

The Atlantic and central Pacific hurricane season (includes Hawaii) officially runs June 1 through November 30.

This means that we are rapidly approaching hurricane season for the summer and most of the fall.

How do I stay safe during hurricane season?

Car splashing water, driving through puddle at heavy rain. Car driving on flooded asphalt road at heavy rain, wet road. Dangerous driving conditions, risk of aquaplaning. MOTION BLUR. — Shutterstock

The most important thing to do ahead of time is have your supplies ready, just in case you end up needing them.

Here are the basics, according to NOAA:

Have enough non-perishable food, water and medicine to last each person in your family a minimum of 3 days (store a longer than 3-day supply of water, if possible).

You should also check in on your flood insurance. They say,

Call your insurance company or agent and ask for an insurance check-up to make sure you have enough insurance to repair or even replace your home and/or belongings. Remember, home and renters insurance doesn’t cover flooding, so you’ll need a separate policy for it. Flood insurance is available through your company, agent, or the National Flood Insurance Program at floodsmart.gov. Act now, as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period.

And of course, if you live in a zone that tends to evacuate, know your evacuation routes and have a safe place to stay in mind!

rain on the highway through the window — Susan Swavely

You can learn more about how to be prepared for a hurricane and what to do to stay safe on the U.S. government’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s website, here.

Stay safe this hurricane season, Atlanta! And if there are any updates you need to know, you know you can count on us!

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